Canadian Living Caesar Salad with Crunchy Croutons

Elevate your salad game with this classic Canadian Living Caesar Salad with Crunchy Croutons, a timeless recipe boasting vibrant, fresh flavors and rich textures. Perfectly crisp romaine lettuce is generously coated in a creamy, homemade Caesar dressing, crafted with a tangy blend of garlic, anchovy, Dijon mustard, and freshly squeezed lemon juice. The show-stopping crunchy croutons, made from oven-toasted French or Italian bread, deliver the ultimate golden crunch in every bite. Topped with a generous sprinkle of finely grated Parmesan cheese and optional smoky bacon crumbles, this salad is the perfect balance of savory and refreshing. Ready in just 30 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is ideal for dinner parties, lunch gatherings, or as a hearty side dish for weeknight meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head Romaine lettuce, chopped
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated
• 4 cups French or Italian bread, cubed
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 pieces Anchovy fillets, finely chopped
• 1 piece Egg yolk, room temperature
• 0.5 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 0.5 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
• 4 slices Optional: Bacon, cooked and crumbled

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Spread the cubed bread on a large baking tray and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil. Toss to coat evenly.

Step 3

Bake the bread cubes for 8-10 minutes, stirring halfway, until golden and crispy. Set aside to cool.

Step 4

In a large bowl, whisk together the minced garlic, anchovy fillets, egg yolk, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper until smooth.

Step 5

Gradually drizzle in the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the vegetable oil while whisking continuously to create a creamy emulsion.

Step 6

Add the chopped romaine lettuce to the large bowl with the dressing and gently toss to coat evenly.

Step 7

Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese on top and toss again lightly.

Step 8

Add the crunchy croutons and, if desired, crumbled bacon for a savory addition.

Step 9

Serve immediately on chilled plates and garnish with additional Parmesan shavings, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1990.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4875.9

Total Fat 245.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 59.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 71.2g
Cholesterol 355.2mg	0%
Sodium 9641.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 508.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 45.7g	0%
Total Sugars 39.8g
Protein 179.0g	0%

Vitamin D 84.7IU	0%
Calcium 2226.5mg	0%
Iron 37.8mg	0%
Potassium 3115.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.5%

Protein: 14.4%

Carbs: 41.1%